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36 justiout JULY 7, 2006__________ out reach AIDS & HIV CAREAssist pays for health insurance premiums, prescription drugs and insurance plan co-payments and deductibles for eligible people with HIV/AIDS Program of the Oregon Department of Human Services and the Ryan White CARE Act. 18 am-5 pm Monday-Friday 503731 4029 or 800-805 2313 wwwhealthoregon org J Cascade AIDS Project (CAP) educates youth and adults about HIV prevention, supports people with HIV and their families and advocates for sound HIV policy and legislation on the national, state and local lev els Spanish-language assistance available /Suite 300, 620 SW Fifth Ave 503-223-5907 Oregon AIDS Hotline 800-777 2437'.) Catholic Charities AIDS Ministry (CHAT) provides haircuts, mas sages, holiday dinners, spiritual direction, pastoral counseling, funeral services, memorials and family grief work. Free and open to all people living with HIV. (503-963-8102.) Clackamas County Public Health offers anonymous and confiden tial HIV testing and counseling to everyone. No needles! Free con doms! Call for appointment or walk-in testing times. /Oregon City 503-655-8471 Sandy 503 722 6660 Molalla 503 723 2944 82nd Avenue 503-771 7944 For more information call 503-742-5382.) Clark County offers free rapid HIV testing and hepatitis A and B vaccinations to men who have sex with men in Vancouver, Wash. 15-6:30 pm Thursday. 3701 E Fourth Plain Blvd. 360-397 8098 ) Columbia County Public Health offers anonymous and confiden tial HIV testing, counseling and case management to anyone Se habla español We lend HIV books and videos and offer education al materials and free condoms. (503-397-4651 or 800-244-4870.) Daily Bread Express provides home delivery of high-quality meals to HIV positive individuals in need Fresh meals delivered week days, frozen meals for weekends. Volunteers invited to inquire any time. (Mara 503 460-3822.) Friends of People with AIDS Foundation offers assistance to those with HIV, including 72-hour food boxes, entertainment, pet care, clothing, household goods and cremations. 1503-349-4699 www friendspwa. org.) Fuzeon Information Group welcomes people contemplating, using or caregiving for Fuzeon recipients. Facilitated by experienced patients, nurses and social workers. (5:30-7 pm second Wednesday. 3600 N Interstate Ave 5 30-7 pm fourth Wednesday, 5525 SE Milwaukie Ave RSVP to Julia 503 230 1202. ext 235 www ohsu. edu/partnership/fuieon html) Health, Education, AIDS Liaison (HEAL) offers information about alternative views of AIDS causation and HIV testing. Call for a free packet of information. 1503-227-2339 bwport@comcast.net) Multnomah County Health Department's HIV Community Tost Site offers confidential testing by appointment with or without your name. Some walk-in testing. Sliding-scale fee. Se habla español; other interpretation by appointment. 19 am-4 45 pm Monday Friday except 12:30-4:45 pm Wednesday 426 SW Stark St., Sixth Floor 503 988 3775.) HIV Day Center offers hot meals, counseling, laundry facilities, clothing, showers and hygiene supplies, computers with Internet access, phones, mail drop, recreational activities, massage and haircuts. Volunteers invited to inquire anytime. (9 am-3 pm Monday Friday 2941 NE Ainsworth St 503-460-3822 ) The Link, a group for HIV positive gay and bi men, meets weekly al Cascade AIDS Protect for movies, dinner and other social and educational events 16 pm Wednesday Suite 300, 620 SW Fifth Ave Michael 503-223-5907 thelmk@cascadeaidsorg) Multnomah County offers free HIV rapid testing to gay, bi and trans guys Se habla español. 15-7:15pm Tuesday 5329 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd 503 988 3030 ) Our House of Portland provides Oregon and southwest Washington's only network of integrated health care and housing services for people with AIDS To volunteer, contact Kathryn Siebert. 1503-234 0175 wwwourhouseofportlandorg) Partnership Project provides case management and service access for people living with HIV/AIDS, including help with coordi nating a variety of services and behavior-change counseling to motivate people to protect their partners and themselves /Intake line 503-517-3590 Prevention program Kurt or Maria 503 230-1202 or 877 795-7700I Portland Area HIV Services Planning Council is a county deci sion-making body that identifies services needed for people living with HIV/AIDS and allocates federal funds annually in a six-county area Need volunteers from all walks of life. (20 NE 10th Ave, Second Floor 3653 SE 34th Ave 503 988 3030. ext. 25703 www hivportland org) The Positive Direction Series offers life skill workshops to people living with HIV/AIDS at Cascade AIDS Project Topics include employment, parenting, health, women's self image and sexuality, budgeting and tenant education. /Dawn Thompson 503-223 5907, ext 203 www cascadeaids org) Protect Quest Integrative Health Center offers conventional and alternative health care, nutrition classes, support groups and recre ational sports activities for people seeking a wellness locus to liv ing and dying, especially those living with HIV/AIDS or cancer 12100 SE Belmont St 503 238 5203 pquest@qwest.net.) Queer Love Action Network for Discovery (Q-LAND), an HIV/STD prevention organization, provides resources and referrals on men's health challenges and holds bar testing, touching, yoga, film salon and other events promoting wellness and intimacy 1503 223 8822 mfo(o)qland org wwwqland org) Washington County Health Department provides free needle free HIV testing services for gay and bi men at community health clin ics in Beaverton and Tigard. /Beaverton: 5:30-7:30 pm Monday. 12550 SW Second St Tigard: 5:30-7:30 pm Thursday, 15296 SW Royalty Parkway 503 846-4965.) Radical Women are active in the struggle against bigotry and exploitation. Call us to get involved! (7 pm second Wednesday 819 N Killmgsworth St 503 240 4462 rwpdx(a>igc org) Professional fidential and affordable sexual and reproductive health care, includ ing STD testing and treatment, 20-minute anonymous HIV tests, annual exams and condoms. Sliding-fees, insurance welcomed Se habla espariol Health centers in Southeast and Northeast Portland, Gresham, Beaverton, Salmon Creek, Salem, Bend and Vancouver, Wash. (888-875-7820 wwwppcworgj COMMUNITY Oregon Education Association (OEA) Gay. Lesbian. Bisexual and Transgender Caucus is an organization for educators that works to protect the rights and interests of gay, lesbian, bi and trans teach ers and students. (503-246-2073. oregonglc@care2.com. www. geocities com/oregonglc I Portland GLBTQ Yoga Alliance, a group of teachers from various traditions and studios, helps sexual minority and HIV-positive people find yoga classes that are specifically welcoming and/or experienced in addressing their special needs, (www gayyogaportland com bart@stonewallschool.org.) , Oregon Tradeswomen promotes the success of women in the trades and educates girls and women about construction careers. Contact for meeting info. (1714 NE Alberta St. 503-335-8200 www. tradeswomen net) Queer Love Action Network for Discovery (Q-LAND). an HIV/STD prevention organization, provides resources and referrals on men's health challenges and holds bar testing, touching, yoga, film salon and other events promoting wellness and intimacy. (503-223-8822 mfo@qland.org wwwqlandorg.) Support En|oy the relaxing and healing effects of a free reiki treatment at People's Food Co-op. /Noon-3 pm third Saturday 3029 SE 21st Ave) General Babble-On Toastmasters meets at Rose City Park United Methodist Church to develop public speaking, communication and leadership skills, including giving prepared speeches, impromptu speaking and running effective meetings. 14 30-6 30 pm second and fourth Sunday 5830 NE Alameda St 503-330-2706 babbleon freetoasthost org.) Deaf b Hearing Out Reach (DHOR) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building community among deaf and hearing queers and allies Visit our Web site for programs, services, events and community resources 1503-517 8880 TTY/voice mfo@dhor.org www.dhor.org.) Elder Resource Alliance is a coalition of organizations and individ uals working to enhance the lives of older members of the sexual minorities community through education, advocacy, outreach and resource development. Activities include sensitivity trainings, creating social change, recreational activities, information and assistance. (3:30-4 30 pm first Wednesday Friendly House Community Center, 1737 NW 26th Ave Rachel 503 224 2640 eracoordmator@yahoo com.) Equity Foundation is a nonprofit organization founded by gays and lesbians to build cbmmumties that embrace the dignity and worth of all people Equity has distributed more than $1.75 million in grants and scholarships throughout Oregon. (503-231-5759. www equityfoundation org.) KBOO-FM's Out Loud queer news and public affairs show, featuring local guests and announcements, airs second and fourth Tuesdays This Way Out. the international queer show, airs on first, third and fifth Tuesdays. (6 pm 90 7 FM Portland, 91 9 FM Hood River, 100 7 FM Willamette Valley www kboo fm kboooutloud@yahoo com.) Lesbian Community Project builds community and organizes for justice among lesbians and our allies. Sliding-scale membership is open to all women who love women. Call about events, classes, support groups, newsletter and volunteer opportunities. (800 NW Sixth Ave #253 Mailing address: PO Box 5931, Portland. OR 97228 503-227-0605 wwwlesbiancommumtypro/ect org.) Love Makes a Family is an international organization that provides a public voice for lesbian, gay, bi and trans headed families. Your membership supports queer parents and their children, works for safe schools and encourages equal rights for all couples (503-228-3892 www Imfamily org.) To register your Multnomah County Domestic Partnership, apply in person and bring $60 cash to the first floor of the Multnomah County offices (8 am-4 45 pm Monday Friday 501 SE Hawthorne Blvd 503 988 3027.) Queer friendly Northwest Veterans for Peace meets Sundays at Tully's Coffee. (11 am 935 NE Broadway nwvp@teleport com www peaceveterans org.) The Oregon Safe Schools and Community Coalition seeks to cre ate safe schools and communities for families, educators and stu dents statewide. 1503-260-5792 wwworegonsafeschoolsorg) Pride at Work Oregon is a new affiliate of the AFL-CIO that lets union members rally support for gay, lesbian, bi and trans issues and lets the queer community support workplace rights and respect on the |0b. IPO Box 4731. Portland. OR 97208 503-516-2498) Pride Northwest, a nonprofit, volunteer run organization, produces Portland's Pride festival and parade every Father's Day weekend. 1503-295-9788. mfo@pndenw org wwwpndenw.org) Senior Housing and Retirement Enterprises (SHARE) is laying the groundwork for future gay and lesbian senior housing in the Portland area Call to join a committee. (503-224 8881 wwwsharepdx org ) The Sexual Minorities Roundtable meets second Tuesdays with representatives from the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office and the Portland Police Bureau to discuss and resolve issues between the queer community and law enforcement agencies. (Noon-1 30 pm 1111 SW Second Ave #1526 503 823 0027 ) The Trans/ldentity Resource Centre, a service of Outside In, pro vides arts programming, peer education and counseling, referrals, community outreach, HIV, hepatitis C and STD testing and preven tion, needle exchange and additional resources for trans folk and people in gender transition. (11 am-6 pm Tuesday-Thursday 1030 SW 13th Ave 503-535-3895.) Veterans for Human Rights is a Portland based group of queer war veterans and friends offering mutual support, social activities and assistance in accessing veterans groups yahoo com/group/vfhr) services. (503-242-3585 Political Basic Rights Oregon (BRO), the state's largest grassroots queer rights political organization, lobbies the Legislature, educates the public and works to end discrimination through election activi ties. (PO Box 40625. Portland. OR 97240 503222 6151 www basic rights org) The Research b Education Group provides access to HIV/AIDS research trials of new drugs and therapies for people in Oregon and southwest Washington (1650 NW Naito Parkway A 185 503 229 8428 or 800-875 8428 regroup(<i>reg org www reg org) Democratic Party of Oregon's GLBT Caucus participates in poll cy decisions and outreach programs, recruits and supports candi dates and delegates, and gives the sexual minorities community access to elected officials and candidates (503-224-8200 glbt@dpo org www dpo orglcaucuslglbt) The Risk Reduction Zone a program of Outside In. provides a queer safe space that offers HIV, hepatitis C and STD prevention programs. Internet resources, peer counseling, referrals, and support groups in a nonclmical setting. 11030 SW 13th Ave 503 535 3895) Human Rights Campaign is the largest civil rights organization in the United States working to achieve gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgen der equality Volunteers are invitee to monthly meetings at Jackman Joe's. (7 pm fourth Monday 1111 NW 16th Ave Todd 50322844891 Swan House is a specialized adult foster care home serving low income individuals with HIV/AIDS who need assistance with personal care, mobility, medications or dru^alcohol mental health supporl 14764 SE Logus Road. Milwaukie 503 786 4829 Volunteers call 503 234 0175 ) Old Lesbians Organizing for Change (OLOC), provides lesbians 60 and older the chance to meet like-minded women in our common struggle to confront ageism, to share mutual interests and to expe rience the joy of playing and working together. (1 pm second Wednesday 503 286 3575 ) Brother to Brother is a support and advocacy organization for African American gay and bisexual men and their families living in the Portland metro area that sponsors activities and an HIV prevention program. (503-417-7991. mfo@brotobropdx org www brotobropdx org.) Clackamas County Parents. Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) meets every fourth Tuesday at Atkinson Memorial Church in Oregon City. (7-9 pm 710 Sixth St. 503-998-1450 wwwclackamaspf/ag org.) The Dads Group is a social support group for gay, bi. trans or ques tioning men who are dads or want to be dads Meets 7-9 pm first Tuesdays and third Wednesdays /Mike 503-236-8339 or Terry 503-697-7004 www thedadsgroup com.) Forest Grove Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) welcomes community members to its monthly meetings at Forest Grove United Church of Chr.st. (7 pm third Tuesday 2032 College Way 503-357-2442 fgpflag@aol.com.) Hambleton Project offers networking and direct support services to lesbians with cancer and other life-threatening conditions. (503 335-6591.) Late Awakenings, a support group for lesbians who came out la - er in life, meets monthly at Outside In (7 pm first Tuesday 1132 SW 13th Ave #255 503 227-0605.) Multiple Sclerosis Self-Help Group for lesbians and gay men meets to share information and provide support in dealing with the challenges of living with multiple sclerosis. (6:30-8 pm third Wednesday Melissa Greeney 503-223-9511.) Northwest Gender Alliance is a monthly social and support group for individuals desiring to explore and express another gender (PO Box 4928, Portland, OR 97208 4928 503 533 8787 nwga@nwgapdx com www nwgapdx com.) Portland Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) welcomes all to its monthly meetings at First United Methodist Church. (7 pm second Tuesday 1838 SW Jefferson St 503-232-7676 wwwpflagpdx org) Single Lesbian Parents invited to network with each other for activities, support, family outings, crafts, movie nights and parents night out! (way2muchfun@aolcom.) TransFamilies is a support group for the family and friends of trans gender people Meets at First Congregational United Church of Christ. (1126 SW Park Ave 503 228-7219 ) HEALTH Mental Health YWCA of Greater Portland Counseling Center offers sliding fee scale counseling for individuals, couples and groups in a safe, con fidential and supportive environment. Also offers a Sexual Minorities Women Support Group on Thursdays and an FtM Trauma Survivor Support Group on Wednesdays. (1111 SW 10th, Ave. 503-294-7440 ) Recovery Center for Family and Adolescent Research offers free counsel ing for parents of drug abusing youth 15 to 20 who refuse to go to treatment. Part of a federally funded treatment study to help quali fying parents engage resistant youth in counseling. (503-243-1065 www. on. org/cfar/portland.) Extended Family hosts queer-friendly Alcoholics Anonymous meetings at Metropolitan Community Church of Portland. (5:30 pm daily 2400 NE Broadway 503-281-8868.) Lunch Bunch hosts queer friendly Alcoholics Anonymous meet ings at Metropolitan Community Church of Portland. (Noon daily, 1 pm Sunday 2400 NE Broadway 503-281-8668J Live and Let Live Club offers the sexual minorities community a safe place to find friendship, recovery and clean-and-sober activi ties Meeting space available for 12-step groups. (1210 SE Seventh Ave 503-238-6091.) Rainbow Recovery Al-Alon is a 12-step group of queer and ques tioning people who support one another in recovering from the effects of another person's drinking. (6-7:30pm Thursday 1244 NE 39th Ave 503-223-8822, ext 1. wwwal-anonportlandoregcn org.) Rush Hour Reprieve is an open Alcoholics Anonymous meeting. (5:30 pm Monday Friday. 1210 SE Seventh Ave 503-772-5213.1 Sex Addicts Anonymous is a 12-step program for those suffering from addictive sexual behaviors Any gender and sexual orientation is welcome Weekly gay- and lesbian-friendly meeting at Alano Club focuses on Steps 1-2-3 and the spiritual solution. (7-8 pm Tuesday 909 NW 24th Ave. Second Floor 503-452-5961 www. portlandsaa org.) The Triangle Project at ASAP Treatment Services is Oregon's only alcohol and drug addiction treatment program specifically for the queer community. Safe, respectful, confidential and effective since 1986. (503-224-0075. wwwasaptx.org.) Anti-Violence Sexual Bradley-Angle House provides emergency shelter for woman iden tilled domestic violence survivors and a support group for women bat tered by women Also provides individual support and advocacy for women who have experienced emotional, physical or sexual abuse in their relationships. Free, confidential and safe. (Crisis 503-281-2442 Business 503-232-7805, ext 3 emilygitObradleyangle org.) The Multnomah County Health Department STD Program offers testing and treatment for sexually transmitted diseases, HIV test ing and hepatitis A and B vaccinations By appointment or walk-in. Most insurance plans accepted; sliding scale fee Se habla espariol (9 am 4 30 pm Monday Friday except 12:30-4:30 pm Wednesday 426 SW Stark St , Sixth Floor 503 988-3700.) Center Against Rape and Domestic Violence serves survivors of domestic and sexual violence in Linn and Benton counties and offers a 24-hour hot line, confidential shelter, legal and hospital advocacy, safety planning and support groups. (Crisis 541 754-0110 or 800 927-0197 Business 541-758 0219 ) Clackamas Women's Services offers shelter, support and resource referral to survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Lesbian, bi and trans friendly Wheelchair accessible TTD, relay calls and collect calls accepted. (Crisis 503-654-2288 Business 503 722 2366) Portland Women s Crisis Line offers free and confidential servic es for survivors of domestic and sexual violence. It operates a 24- hour crisis intervention hot line and provides information and refer rals for shelter, counseling and support groups Sexual assault advocates and foreign language translation available (503-235-5333 or 888 235 5333 wwwpwcl org) Sexual Assault Resource Center promotes social justice by eliminating sexual violence through support, advocacy and education Services include a 24 hour confidential crisis line, free counseling and support groups, community education and volunteer opportunities (Crisis 503-640-5311 Business 503-384 0480 www sarcoregon orgI Stop Abuse for Everyone (SAFE) provides resources for sexual minorities who fall through the cracks of traditional domestic violence services. (PO Box 951, Tualatin. OR 97062 wwwsafe4allorg) General Breathe Free, the Oregon LGBTQ Coalition Against Tobacco, provides education around queer tobacco use and advocates for tobacco reduction in our communities. (503-784-5813 r e syego@cascadiabhc org) CrtyGuys, part of the Men's Prevention and Wellness department at Cascade AIDS Project, strives to help Portland queer men keep informed and stay healthy by offering information, referrals and safer sex supplies. Look for staff and volunteers out and about in bright yellow T-shirts! (503-223-5907 cityguys@cascadeaids org) Planned Parenthood of the Columbia/Willamette provides con SOCIAL Arts & Music Confluence: The Willamette Valley Mixed GALA Chorus rehears es Sundays at Unitarian Umversalist Congregation of Salem (4-6:30 pm 5090 Center St NE. 503-364 2370 confluence® aol com www confluencechorus org) Creative Connection (formerly Real Connection) is a social gather ing for gay men who are artists, writers or musicians or who pur sue some creative activity. Noncommercial, non|udgmental; sup porting personal creativity for novices and professionals alike Monthly potlucks on the second Friday (7 pm Carl 503-284-2971) Film discussion group forming for gay, bi and trans men. Share your perspective regarding portrayals of sexual minority men in cur rent films Monthly activities include group outings to see films (hlmtalk@vemon net) Portland Gay Men's Chorus is open to singers, support members and volunteers. (503^226 2588 www pdxgmc org) Portland Lesbian Choir is an informal, nonaudition community chorus for women of all ages to sing, socialize and share songs, melodies and talents The only requirement is you must like to sing and have a good time' (7 8 30pm Wednesday 503-727 3306 port landlesbianchoir@hotmail com wwwplchoir org ) Rose City Gay Freedom Band is a performance group for queers and supportive friends of varying musical skill levels with annual fall and spring concerts. Subgroups include the Rose City Swing band and a marching band with flag corps. Come join us! (503-790 2170 mfo@rcgfb.org wwwrcgfb org.) Satori Men s Chorus welcomes new members of all ages and races, regardless of sexual orientation or musical background, to join Wednesday rehearsals No audition necessary (503-299-4454 www satonchorus org ) General Asian h Pacific Islander lesbians and Gays is a nonprofit com munity voice for gay, lesbian and bi Asian and Pacific Islanders
